ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (November 1, 2019) — The gardens will be in winter bloom again with 100,000 glowing lights during the third annual Winter Nights Winter Lights. Bundle up, stroll the gardens at night, then warm up inside at the hot chocolate bar. Bring the kids for crafts or plan your visit for one of our special events. DATES AND TIMES 4:30-8:30 PM Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday First night for general admission — Wednesday, December 4

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 25, 2019) — Alzheimer's is not normal aging. It is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. On Wednesday, November 20, 6:30PM, at Eastern (6000 Eastern Ave), the Library will host Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia, an education program presented by the Alzheimer's Association.

Join us to learn about:

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 25, 2019) — Every Tuesday in November, the Library invites kids ages 8 and up to Show Me the Monet! Learn about different artists each week and create a piece of art based on their style. We'll read books about artists and make masterpieces using a variety of media. The program begins November 5, 3:30PM, at Fairmount (3000 N Fairmount St). Registration is required.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (October 25, 2019) — Join us to celebrate the beginning of NaNoWriMo on Saturday, November 2, 3PM, at Fairmount. National Novel Writing Month is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that believes your story matters. They provide the structure, community, and encouragement to help people find their voices, achieve creative goals, and build new worlds — on and off the page.

HAMPTON, ILLINOIS (October 22, 2019) — Illiniwek will host a Halloween event with costume- and campsite-decorating contests, hayrack rides, pumpkin painting, scarecrow building, bounce houses, a haunted house, and trick-or-treating on October 26, 12-6PM.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (October 21, 2019) — Over 400 survivors last year. Hard to believe it has been 31 years and the tradition continues to thrive. Governor’s Infamous European Cross Country Run, co-sponsored by Running Wild and the Cornbelt Running Club, will be held on a new day this year: Saturday, November 2, 2019, 1PM, at Scott County Park. Participants from previous years continue to return and confirm how exciting and different this event is from all other local runs.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 16, 2019) — Miss Mississippi Crown Scholarship Organization officials announced today the revival of the Miss Mississippi Crown Competition will be held on October 27 at 4PM. The Miss Mississippi Crown Scholarship Organization is proud to welcome more than 10 candidates from around the state to the competition, which will take place at the Center for Living Arts West Location in the old Establishment Theatre in Rock Island.

 

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 9, 2019) — Your dog is welcome to spend the afternoon out with you in the gardens. The afternoon is packed with activities for your four-legged doggie friends and human two-legged companions.

Free admission Sunday, 10/13, 1-3PM with donation of dog or cat food, treats, or a toy that is not stuffed that will be distributed to local shelters.

This new event is part of our month-long programming called Pumpkin Extravaganza.

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